Yonder scallywags be reckonin' to be hirin' Cap'n Tom Telesco, aye, as their former Chargers GM, says the tales!
2024-01-23
Arrr! Word be spreadin' that the Las Vegas Raiders be plannin' to strike a deal with the scallywag Tom Telesco, the former Los Angeles Chargers GM, to take up the same role in their crew. Aye, it be quite the tale mateys!
The Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly looking to hire former Los Angeles Chargers GM Tom Telesco as their next general manager. Despite being released from the Chargers after a disappointing season, Telesco is respected for his previous success in building a strong Chargers roster. However, the Chargers are currently facing financial difficulties, being over the cap threshold by $45.8 million. The Raiders, on the other hand, have around $36 million in cap room for the upcoming offseason. They have recently removed the interim tag from Antonio Pierce's head-coaching title, a move that has been well-received by players and fans. One of Telesco's main challenges will be deciding what to do at quarterback, as interim coach Pierce has shown a preference for rookie Aidan O'Connell. The Raiders also have a decision to make regarding running back Josh Jacobs, who played under an incentivized franchise tag last season. Telesco has key players like Davante Adams and Maxx Crosby under contract for next season, as the team looks to compete in a tough division. Telesco joined the Chargers in 2013 and immediately brought them back to the playoffs. However, the team has yet to make a deep playoff run. Telesco will now have the opportunity to create a consistent winning roster for the Raiders, with the added motivation of facing the Chargers twice a season.